Attention Voters! If you have NOT received your ballot within 7-10 days after it was mailed, we urge you to take action. Your voice matters, and we want to ensure every eligible voter can participate in the upcoming election.
Here's what you need to do:
1. Check Your Ballot Status: To track the status of your mailed ballot, you can conveniently check your “issue date” on the Secretary of State’s My Voter Page. This will allow you to monitor when your ballot was mailed and/or acceptance status, ensuring transparency and peace of mind throughout the process.
2. Contact Us: If your ballot has not arrived within 7-10 days of being mailed, please reach out to us immediately. We're here to assist you and ensure you receive your ballot in time to cast your vote.
3. Vote in Person if Necessary: You still have the opportunity to exercise your right to vote by going to a Fulton County Advance Voting location or to your designated polling place on Election Day. You can find your designated Election Day polling site at the Secretary of State My Voter Page.
Remember, every vote counts, and we're committed to ensuring every eligible voter can participate in the democratic process. If you encounter any issues or have questions, don't hesitate to reach out to our team.
UPCOMING DATES
May 21, 2024, General Primary and Special Election
April 6, 2024
O.C.G.A. § 21-2-384(a)
First day for the registrar to mail/ issue absentee ballot to eligible UOCAVA voters.
*Instant runoff ballots must also be included in UOCAVA ballot packet
April 22, 2024
O.C.G.A. § 21-2-224(a)
Last day for a person to register and be eligible to vote
April 22, 2024
O.C.G.A. § 21-2-384(a)(2)
Earliest day for the registrar to mail an absentee ballot
April 29 - May 17, 2024
AIP (Absentee In-Person) begins
Drop Box will be opened inside 7 Early Voting location during their hours of operation only:
https://fultoncountyga.gov/inside-fulton-county/fulton-county-departments/registration-and-elections/early-voting-locations
May 10, 2024
O.C.G.A. 21-2- 381(a)(1)(A)
Last day to submit absentee ballot application
REQUEST AN ABSENTEE BALLOT
Voters must submit an absentee ballot application to request an absentee ballot.
How to Complete Your Absentee Ballot Application
1. DEADLINE - May 10, 2024 - Last day to submit absentee ballot application for the General Primary and Special Election.
2. Complete the application including:
• the name and date of the election
• the voter’s name
• address where the voter is registered
• date of birth
• Your Driver’s License Number or other ID specified on the form (updated for 2021)
• the voter’s signature
SUBMIT YOUR ABSENTEE BALLOT APPLICATION
Via Online
Click here for the online request.
Submit the application online using the Secretary of State’s website.
Via Email
To submit an absentee ballot application via email, attach the application as a .pdf or .jpg. The maximum file size is 5 MB to Elections.Absentee@fultoncountyga.gov. Only one application may be attached per email.
Via Fax
404-612-3697
Via Mail
Fulton County Registration and Elections
Absentee Ballot Division
5600 Campbellton Fairburn Road, Fairburn, GA 30213
SUBMIT YOUR ABSENTEE BALLOT APPLICATION
After you return your absentee ballot application, a ballot will be mailed to you. To check the status of your absentee ballot mail out date please refer to the “issue date” on your Secretary of State My Voter Page.
After your ballot arrives in the mail, please complete it carefully following the instructions provided with your ballot..
To be counted, your absentee ballot must be received by the Department of Registration & Elections by 7 p.m. on Election Day.
There are three ways to return your ballot.
By Mail
Fulton County Registration and Elections
Absentee Ballot Division
5600 Campbellton Fairburn Road, Union City, GA 30213
RETURN YOUR ABSENTEE BALLOT
After you return your absentee ballot application, a ballot will be mailed to you. To check the status of your absentee ballot mail out date please refer to the “issue date” on your Secretary of State’s My Voter Page.
After your ballot arrives in the mail, please complete it carefully following the instructions provided with your ballot.
To be counted, your absentee ballot must be received by the Department of Registration & Elections by 7 p.m. on Election Day.
If you do not receive your ballot by Election Day. You may report in person to...
There are three ways to return your ballot.
By Mail
Mail your absentee ballot to
5600 Campbellton Fairburn Road, Union City, GA 30213
By Drop Box
Return your absentee ballot via Absentee Ballot drop box.
Drop boxes are accessible during early voting hours.
In-Person To Our Offices
Return to the Fulton County Department of Registration & Elections offices:
Elections Hub & Operations Center
5600 Campbellton Fairburn Road, Union City, GA 30213
North Annex
7741 Roswell Road Room 251 Sandy Springs, GA 30350
Government Center
130 Peachtree Street Ste 2186 Atlanta, GA 30303
South Annex
5600 Stonewell Tell Road Room 105 College Park 30349
You may not return your absentee ballot at your Election Day polling place.
For questions related to absentee ballots, call 404-612-7060, Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.